Paynetown State Recreation Area

  • 4850 S. State Road 446
  • Bloomington, IN 47401
  • (812) 837-9490

This state-operated recreational area on the northeast side of Monroe Lake offers electric and non-electric camping, as well as a beach, boat rental service, marina with gas sales, and camp store. Visitors will also find a DNR-staffed Interpretive Center located near the park entrance.

Entrance fee or state park pass are required.

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